Google Search Hits Record Usage After Argentina's 83rd-Minute World Cup Winner
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Updated · CNBC · Jul 9
Google Search Hits Record Usage After Argentina's 83rd-Minute World Cup Winner
3 articles · Updated · CNBC · Jul 9
Summary
Google said Search logged its highest usage ever immediately after Argentina’s winning goal in Tuesday’s World Cup knockout match, setting a new all-time queries-per-second record.
Nick Fox said the surge came after Argentina’s late comeback, with Lionel Messi scoring in the 83rd minute; Google did not disclose exact traffic figures.
Top searches after the match included “argentina vs egypt,” “argentina x colombia” and “how many world cup goals does messi have,” alongside rules-related questions from viewers.
The milestone bolsters Google’s case that traditional search remains highly relevant even as AI chatbots spread; the company still holds about 90% of the search market.